The Atlanta Hawks (2-0) will be at home in State Farm Arena when they challenge the Philadelphia 76ers (2-0). Action gets underway at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, October 28, 2019.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Atlanta Hawks ATS Odds
Both teams covered in their last contest. The Hawks (2-point underdogs) defeated the Orlando Magic 103-99, while the 76ers (4.5-point favorite) beat the Detroit Pistons 117-111. The Atlanta game went 14 points under the projected point total of 216, while the Philadelphia game finished 15 points over the projected point total of 213.
The 76ers had a better offensive rebounding percentage (16.7 vs. 13.5) and had a better turnover percentage (18.0 vs. 20.0). Meanwhile, Atlanta’s effective field goal percentage was their biggest strength over Orlando. The Hawks had a rate of 0.565, while the Magic posted a mark of 0.379. Trae Young fueled Atlanta with 39 points, nine assists and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Philadelphia was lifted by Al Horford, who had 23 points, nine rebounds and five assists.
Since last season, the 76ers have had records of 53-31 straight up (SU) and 55-39 against the spread (ATS). Just over half of Philadelphia games have finished over the O/U total since last season.
The Hawks, meanwhile, have records of 31-53 SU and 42-40-2 ATS since last season. Atlanta’s games have had a slight tendency to go under the O/U total over that same time frame (53.6 percent).
Look for Philadelphia to dominate the offensive glass in this meeting. Since last season, the 76ers rank fourth in offensive rebounding percentage (24.8 percent), while Atlanta ranks 21st in defensive rebounding percentage (76.4 percent).
76ers vs. Hawks ATS Pick
NBA Pick: SU Winner – 76ers, ATS Winner – 76ers, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- The Hawks average 16.9 points off turnovers per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. The 76ers rank 25th in points off turnovers allowed per game (17.6).
- Philadelphia ranks second in assists allowed per game (22.8) while Atlanta ranks last (26.6).
- The 76ers rank third in blocks allowed per game (4.0) while the Hawks rank 23rd (5.5).
- Philadelphia ranks second in rebounds allowed per game (42.9) while Atlanta ranks 21st (46.0).
- Philadelphia ranks 13th in fast break points per game (14.5) while Atlanta ranks 28th in fast break points allowed per game (16.2).
- The 76ers rank sixth in second chance points allowed per game (12.1) while the Hawks rank 29th (14.6).
- The Hawks rank fifth in points in the paint per game (51.4) while the 76ers rank 21st in points allowed in the paint per game (50.1).
- Atlanta averages 8.2 steals per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA. Philadelphia ranks 21st in steals allowed per game (7.8).
- Philadelphia ranks sixth in three pointers allowed per game (30.3) while Atlanta ranks 28th (34.4).
- Philadelphia is 15-1 when they allow below 100 points, while Atlanta is 4-2.
- The Hawks are 30-43 when they reach the century mark, while the 76ers are 59-25.
